October 2015

Edition

Inspection Guidelines –
For Water, Sewer and Reclaimed Water
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 Introduction and General Information ....................................................... 3

Section 2 Definitions ...................................................................................................... 3

Section 3 JEA Inspector Responsibilities..................................................................... 3

Section 4 Pre-Construction ........................................................................................... 4

Pre-construction Meeting ................................................................................................. 4
Encroachment into JEA’s Easement ................................................................................ 5
Construction Commencement Notification ..................................................................... 5

Section 5 Inspection Guidelines .................................................................................... 5

Wetwell Installation ......................................................................................................... 5
Gravity Sewer Construction............................................................................................. 6
Sewer Manholes ............................................................................................................... 6
Tie into existing manholes ............................................................................................... 7
General Pressure Pipe Construction................................................................................. 7
Wet Tap by Method of Tapping Sleeve and Valve.......................................................... 8
Tie-In by Method of Cutting in a Mechanical Joint Tee, Sleeve and Gate Valve ........... 9
Outage Process ............................................................................................................... 10
Tie-In to Existing Stub Out ............................................................................................ 11
Sewer Force Main Construction .................................................................................... 12
Air Release Valves ......................................................................................................... 12
Force Main Tie-In to a Manhole .................................................................................... 12
Reclaimed Water Main Construction............................................................................. 12
Water Main Construction .............................................................................................. 13
HDPE Pipe Installation .................................................................................................. 14

Section 6 Testing Requirements and Procedures ...................................................... 14

Bacteriological Sample Testing ..................................................................................... 14
Pressure/Leakage Testing .............................................................................................. 15
Televised Inspection ...................................................................................................... 15

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Locate Wire Testing....................................................................................................... 16

Second or multiple water tie-in points ........................................................................... 16
Fire Hydrant Flow Test .................................................................................................. 16
Pump Station Start-up Test ............................................................................................ 16
As-Built and Record Drawings ...................................................................................... 18
Construction Completion/Final Inspection .................................................................... 18

Appendix A - Forms & Process Map ......................................................................... 20

Final Inspection Form .................................................................................................... 21
Pressure and Leak Test (PVC and DIP Material) .......................................................... 22
Pressure and Leak Test (PVC Material Only) ............................................................... 23
Pressure and Leak Test (DIP Material Only) ................................................................. 24
Pressure and Leak Test (HDPE Pipe) ............................................................................ 25
Drinking Water Microbial Sample Collection ............................................................... 26
Planned Outage/Flushing Notification........................................................................... 27
Development Inspection Process Map ........................................................................... 28

Appendix B – Grid and Joint Projects ....................................................................... 30

Daily Construction Activities Report............................................................................. 31
Application for Payment (Lump Sum) Form ................................................................. 32
Application for Payment (Lump Sum) Instruction ........................................................ 33
Application for Payment (Unit Price) Form .................................................................. 34
Application for Payment (Unit Price) Instruction.......................................................... 35

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Section 1.0
Introduction and General Information
This document provides a summary of the processes and procedures included in the construction of a water,
sewer or reclaim project from the pre-construction conference to final inspection. This document is a guide
that outlines the duties and responsibilities of JEA and the Utility Contractor and assists them in making
decisions in the field.
JEA’s team is trained to assist in the project management, coordination with System Planning, system
availability, hydraulic analysis, design review, construction inspection, as-built review, and acceptance
processes of developer installed utility systems.
Although there may be unlimited variations of problems encountered in the construction of a project, this
document will cite examples of common problems where accepted solutions are already in place.
Responsibilities of contractors, engineers and JEA team members may vary in their everyday routines, but
their overall approach to situations encountered on a project shall be consistent. In the material found
herein, basic guidelines of an acceptable nature are established.
This document is intended to support the JEA Water and Wastewater Standards manual and the JEA Rules
and Regulations for Water, Sewer and Reclaimed Water Services and in no way is meant to allow for any
deviations of the standards.

Section 2.0
Definitions:
Authorized Agent – Any person or entity the legal property owner of a parcel of land delegates to conduct
business with JEA on their behalf
Development Project – A residential or commercial improvement to a parcel or parcels of land requiring
utility infrastructure installation and resulting in new service connections
Engineer of Record (Engineer) – A registered Professional Engineer who has been contracted by the
Owner/Developer to prepare design documents and permits to facilitate installation of a water, sewer or
reclaim system
Grid Project – A Water, Sewer, and/or Reclaimed Water utility infrastructure installation and/or
improvement funded by JEA and installed by a Utility Contractor
Hydraulic Reviewer - JEA representative who has been assigned the role of reviewing the Engineer’s
pump station design for conformance to JEA Standards and the Water, Sewer, Reclaim Design Guidelines
Document and for proper operation on a hydraulic manifold system
JEA assigned Inspector - JEA representative who has been assigned the role of inspecting a Contractor’s
construction for conformance with JEA Standards and this document.
Joint Project – An infrastructure installation and/or improvement which may include JEA’s Water, Sewer,
and/or Reclaimed Water utility installed and/or improvement modified by a Utility Contractor representing
another Governmental Agency
Owner/Developer – Any person, or entity, who improves a parcel of land which includes the installation
of a water, sewer or reclaim utility system for the purpose of providing service to a development project
Plan Reviewer - JEA representative who has been assigned the role of reviewing the Engineer’s design
for conformance to JEA Standards and the Water, Sewer, Reclaim Design Guidelines Document
Sub-Contractor – A utility contractor, licensed by the State of Florida, who has been sub-contracted by
the Contractor to install a water, sewer or reclaim utility system in support of a development project

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Utility Contractor (Contractor) – A utility contractor, licensed by the State of Florida, who has been
contracted by the Owner/Developer to install a water, sewer or reclaim utility system in support of a
development project.

Section 3.0
JEA Inspector Responsibilities and Authority
Responsibilities - The JEA Inspector is responsible to review the approved plans prior to attending the Pre-
construction meeting. He/she will communicate any changes needed to the approved plans to the Project Engineer
and JEA Development. He/she will inspect all material prior to being installed to verify that the material meets JEA
standards. He/she will be onsite during construction for critical installation, tie-ins, and Final inspections. He/she is
responsible to complete all test forms listed in the Appendix at the appropriate time during construction. He/she is
responsible to review as-builts to assure their accuracy and completeness. For Joint or Grid Projects the JEA
inspector will also be required to complete “Dailey Construction Reports” (Appendix-B pg.31) and review pay
application (Appendix-B pg.32-34) for approval before contractor submits to accounts payable for payment.

Authority - The JEA Inspector has the authority to reject any material that does not meet JEA standards. He/she can
make changes to the approved plans that meet JEA Standards, any other changes shall require the approval of JEA
Development and the project Engineer. He/she has the authority to stop construction if the site is unsafe or the
contractor is not following JEA approved plan or standards. During Joint or Grid Projects the JEA Inspector must
contact CEI (Construction Engineering Inspection) firm assigned to project by leading agency to review any unsafe
conditions.

Section 4.0
Pre-Construction
Pre-construction Meeting
Pre-construction meetings are held at JEA’s downtown office located at 21 W Church Street, Jacksonville
Fl, 32202. To schedule a pre-construction meeting, contact JEA Development at (904) 665-4081.
All requests must be received from either the owner or authorized agent and scheduled within 5-7 business
days. The following persons shall be represented at the pre-construction conference:

1. Underground Utility Contractor license holder and all sub-contractors

2. Developer/owner or Authorized Agent
3. Professional Engineer
4. JEA Assigned Inspector
5. JEA Plan Reviewer and/or JEA Hydraulic Reviewer
6. JEA Water, Sewer and Reclaim O&M Personnel (Optional attendance at O&M’s discretion)
7. JEA Pump Station O&M Personnel (only required for JEA pump stations)

An attendee representing one of the persons listed above must be authorized and prepared to make
decisions about the project.
The following items will be provided to JEA at the pre-construction meeting

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1. Valid Underground Utility Contractors license, issued by the State of Florida to the utility
contractor performing the work.
• In accordance with Chapter 489 F.S., utility construction may not be sub-contracted to a
non-license holder. Any questions regarding this policy shall be directed to the State
of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations, Construction
Industry Licensing Board.
• JEA shall maintain a file of current license holders, working on development projects
installing JEA utility systems.
2. Valid DEP and/or JEA permit for drinking water distribution and/or wastewater collection.
3. Any other valid right of way permits, including DOT, City, County or railroad permits.
Encroachment into JEA’s Easement
The contractor shall not perform any utility or site work within an existing JEA easement without first
having been issued a permit to work by JEA’s Director of Real Estate Services. A copy of this permit must
be maintained onsite at all times during construction.
In the event a contractor is found to be working outside the limits of the approved permit or is working
without a permit, the assigned JEA Inspector shall order all work within the JEA easement ceased. The
Manager of Construction Inspection will notify the Director of Projects and the Director of Real Estate
Services of the contractor’s name and location of the encroachment. The contractor shall not resume work
until a permit is issued by the Director of Real Estate Services. The only exception shall be that any work
performed which has impeded access to a JEA facility, or which has created a safety hazard, must be
remedied immediately by the contractor.
Construction Commencement Notification
The contractor shall provide the assigned JEA Inspector with at least a 48 hour notice prior to commencing
construction. No utility pipe or appurtenances shall be installed prior to this notification being provided.
Any utility pipe or appurtenances which are installed prior to the assigned JEA Inspector being notified will
be required to be exposed for inspection.
Upon notification of construction commencement, the assigned JEA Inspector will inspect the stored
materials for quality and material approval. It is the contractor’s responsibility to ensure that all materials
are in good working condition and are approved materials listed in JEA’s Water and Sewer Standards
Manual which are available on-line at [Link]. Any materials installed that are not approved in JEA’s
Water and Sewer Standards Manual must be removed and replaced with approved materials.
In the event of a construction delay for a period of two or more days, for reasons other than weather related,
the contractor shall notify the assigned JEA Inspector that work has ceased. Once notification has been
provided, no work shall commence until the assigned JEA Inspector is notified. Any utility pipe or
appurtenances which are installed prior to the assigned JEA Inspector being re-notified will be required to
be exposed for inspection.

Section 5.0
Inspection Guidelines
Wetwell Installation – Section 433 of the JEA Standards Manual
The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present at the time the base section is installed. The structures shall be inspected for structural integrity,
cracking, chipping, etc. The contractor is responsible for the structural integrity and safe handling of the
wetwell sections. In the event of damage to the structure the damaged section shall be replaced.

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The contractor is required to provide a crane of sufficient lifting capacity to handle the load of each wetwell
section in a manner which provides a safe working environment for the workers and the structures. The
structure shall be set in a safe, dry excavation with a minimum of 12-inches of rock base. After setting the
base structure, the contractor is required to ensure that the bottom of the wetwell has been installed at the
proper elevations according to the approved plans.
The contractor shall ensure that joint sealant and joint tape is clean and in unused condition. The contractor
shall ensure the structure is plumb as each subsequent section is installed. The contractor shall grout the
outside and inside around the boot of the wetwell.

Gravity Sewer Construction – Section 428 of the JEA Standards Manual

The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present at the time the first run of gravity sewer between the wet well and the junction manhole is installed.
All gravity sewer mains and services shall be constructed using green colored pipe or markings.
All gravity sewer pipes shall be properly bedded and installed in a safe, dry excavation. Clean, suitable fill
material shall be provided throughout the entire trench excavation.
The excavation should be de-watered, as necessary, to accomplish a dry, safe installation of the gravity
sewer with particular attention on proper bedding of pipe.
Gravity sewer pipe shall be installed with the spigot end pointed downstream. During installation, the
contractor shall ensure that no debris enters the pipe by maintaining a plug or cap (no boards, buckets or
tape) on each section of pipe until the next section is ready to be installed.
The contractor shall exercise care when installing sewer pipe into and out of manhole boots. Sufficient
bedding shall be provided at these locations to ensure that no dips occur adjacent to the manhole structure.

Pipe Bedding
During excavation, the contractor shall refrain from undercutting below the depth of the proposed
sewer pipe. Undercutting shall only be utilized in areas where unsuitable materials are present.
Upon determining that unsuitable materials are present, the contractor shall notify the engineer and
Construction Support Services. Jointly, the contractor and the assigned JEA Inspector will
determine the amount of undercutting that will be required/allowed. Excavated material shall be
replaced with clean, suitable backfill per JEA Standards, properly compacted to avoid dips and
settling of the sewer system.
Service Tees
Service tees shall be installed at 30-60 degrees and placed within the center portion of the lot.
Special care must be taken when installing a service tee on gravity main to assure good
compaction and support of the tee and service piping, because the area is usually undercut to aid in
the installation. Service pipe bedding and compaction is the same as for the gravity main.
Sewer Services
A bend may be installed on the service riser to facilitate the service terminating at a depth of
between 30 to 60 inches at the property line. The service lateral shall be in the center potion of the
lot marked by pressure treated 3x3x6 post or landscape timber. The Contractor shall mark all
services at the right-of-way and curb.

Sewer Manholes – Section 427 of the JEA Standards Manual

All manhole sections damaged during delivery, handling, or installation shall be rejected. The manhole
base should be installed on clean, dry soil with a clean gravel leveling course, as required. Risers are to be

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installed with clean, dry joints and plastic joint sealant properly installed. Inverts shall be constructed per
JEA Standards. The manhole base may be handled with forks but all other sections of the manhole are to
be handled using nylons straps, cables or chains.
The contractor shall grout the outside and inside around the boot of the manhole with non-shrink grout and
the boot must be double banded.
Inverts shall be smooth and shall be free of protrusions, rough edges, slag and other items which might
obstruct the flow stream. Branches shall be smooth and shall utilize the largest possible radius.
Ensure that compaction around the manhole has been accomplished in lifts, as required.
Before final inspection, manholes should be trimmed of any excess plastic joint sealant. Any voids in pre-
cast wall should be filled with non-shrink grout and inside of manhole should be thoroughly painted,
excluding invert and bench, as required. No manhole leak repairs will be allowed on new manholes.

Tie into existing manholes – Section 427 of the JEA Standards Manual
No core will be made in manhole joints or cone section. A hole saw should be used for coring the manhole
wall, taking care not to drill saw support holes into a joint. The cored hole should be round and properly
sized for the diameter pipe being used plus allowance for a rubber boot with double banded stainless screw
clamp. A mechanical plug shall be installed and maintained until final inspection. The Contractor must
make sure to tie off plugs to ensure they do not accidentally go down the line. No core shall be allowed
within six inches of an existing pipe entry, when measured on the inside wall of the manhole. Unless
approved otherwise by JEA, all new 6” sewer service laterals which require a new 6” connection into an
existing JEA manhole or main must be completed by JEA O&M staff only.
Tie-in to existing sewer stub
The Contractor is responsible for verifying the existing stub-out condition, slope and elevation.
Any deviation in elevation or alignment from the approved plans must be reviewed and approved
by the Engineer prior to connection. The gravity sewer pipe should be installed without deflection
and connection should be made using an approved transition coupling, if required.
Sewer Drops
All drops less than 2 feet require a flume no less than the diameter of the pipe. Any drops 2 feet of
greater, shall be constructed per JEA Standards.
Compaction Above Pipe
Upon completion of installation, the pipe trench should be backfilled with loose clean dry material
which is free of debris and compacted in 12-inch maximum lifts to 2 foot above the crown of the
pipe. Further backfilling is to be accomplished using clean dry material, which also is free of
debris, in 12-inch loose lifts compacted to proper density.

General Pressure Pipe Construction – Section 350 (Water), Section 429 (Wastewater), Section
701 (Reclaimed) of the JEA Standards Manual
This section pertains to all pressure pipe, including water mains, sewer force mains and reclaimed water
mains. The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must
be present at the time of connection to existing utilities. All 4” through 12” Water and Reclaimed Water
pipe shall be DR18 (C900).
The Contractor is responsible for installing the main in accordance with the final approved plans which
correctly indicate final grade.
Pipe should be bedded and backfilled with suitable fill material according to JEA Standards and density
tests will be performed as required.

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The Contractor should note any clearance deviation from the approved plans and FDEP permit with storm
drains and water mains on field record drawings. The Engineer should be notified, by the Contractor, of
any installations not in compliance with the FDEP permit.
Pipe should be in proper alignment before homing the spigot into the bell end to prevent rolling the gaskets.
Gaskets should be lubricated and free of dirt, mud and debris. During installation, the contractor shall
ensure that no debris enters the pipe by maintaining a plug or cap (no boards, buckets or tape) on each
section of pipe until the next section is ready to be installed. Pipe should always be installed in as clean a
condition as possible to reduce the volume of water used for flushing.
Joints may not be deflected more than 80% of the manufacturer’s recommended maximum. The contractor
is required to determine the maximum deflection of the pipe manufacturer being installed and adjust
accordingly. In some cases, bends or fittings may need to be added to adjust for the variances between
differing manufacturer’s joint deflection allowances. If a bend is needed to facilitate construction, but has
not been included on the design drawings, one must be added as directed by the Engineer.
Pipe deflection of PVC is strictly forbidden. PVC pipe may not be bent or placed in a bind in order to
eliminate bends. If a bend is needed to facilitate construction, but has not been included on the design
drawings, one must be added as directed by the Engineer. Any pipe found to be forcefully bent during
installation must be removed.
Locate wire shall be installed per JEA Standards. During pipe bedding and backfill, care should be taken to
protect the wire and all connections. The wire shall be secured to the pipe and shall not be wrapped around
fittings, nuts, bolts or other appurtenances. Wire shall be continuous, with no buried connections or splices.
All connections or splices must be made within a valve jacket or a locate wire box. When installing wire in
a valve box, care must be taken to ensure the wire does not become entangled with the valve operating nut.
Additionally, the wire shall be protected when entering the valve box so that the wire does not become
grounded. The preferred method for protecting the wire is to cut a notch in the PVC stand pipe prior to
installing the valve jacket. Locate wire boxes should normally be installed at a property line. The contractor
must use the proper color wire for the appropriate main and service (water-blue, wastewater-green and
reclaimed-purple).

The contractor is required to install thrust restraints in accordance with the latest version of JEA’s Water
and Sewer Standards Manual. Bell restraints must be installed in accordance with the restraint
manufacturer’s recommended procedures.

For projects having looped water mains with multiple points of connection to the existing water system, the
contractor will only be allowed to make one tie-in until after the Certificate of Clearance has been issued.
This point of tie-in will be the source of water for all flushings and subsequent testing.

Wet Tap by Method of Tapping Sleeve and Valve – Section 351 (Water), Section 429-430
(Wastewater) of the JEA Standards Manual
The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present for the tap. The JEA Inspector must witness the pressure test of the tapping sleeve and the removal
of the tapping machine to verify the coupon is removed.
The Contractor is responsible for verifying the location, depth, type, and outside diameter of existing pipe
as well as the location and accessibility of the nearest upstream and downstream isolation valves.
Unless approved otherwise by JEA, size-on-size taps are limited on PVC mains to 12 inch size and smaller.
Size-on-size taps are acceptable on D.I.P. (all sizes). For size-on-size taps, on 8” and larger mains, the
actual tap hole size shall be reduced by 1-inch.

The installation of the tapping sleeve should be performed on a clean, dry pipe and a minimum distance, as
specified in the JEA Standards, from any joint end or fitting.

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Since this is a scheduled event, the tapping sleeve & valve should be installed in advance to allow time for
air trapped in the valve to be purged and any leaks to be corrected before the appointed time.
Light soap (dish washing soap) can be applied to the rubber seal of the tapping sleeve to aid in achieving a
proper uniform seal.
The Contractor must install the tapping sleeve per the manufacturer’s recommendations.
The tapping valve should be installed using a rubber gasket between the valve flange and the tap sleeve
flange. Bolts should be tightened to the manufacturer’s torque recommendations.

The Contractor shall pressure/leak test the tapping sleeve and tapping valve at a pressure of 150 pounds per
square inch. for a duration of 15 minutes. The pressure/leak test is to be witnessed by the Inspector.
If no problems are encountered in the testing, the Contractor may proceed using a tapping machine and a
clean, sharp bit designed to retrieve the coupon. The contractor shall make sure that the tapping valve is
supported during the tap and that the coupon is collected when completed. Flush the tap valve to remove
shavings. The tapping valve should then be permanently supported.
For water main taps, chlorinate the bit and cutter with bleach prior to installation.
If the coupon is lost in the main, the Contractor will be held responsible for its retrieval. The retrieval
method will be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Contractor, Engineer and Inspector. All the
associated costs will be the burden of the Contractor.
In the event of damage to the existing main during the tap, the Construction Inspector will notify JEA’s
System Operation Control Center (SOCC) immediately. SOCC will dispatch a trouble-shooter to
evaluate the damage and determine if the Contractor has sufficient resources to facilitate the repair. In the
event JEA assistance is needed, SOCC will call in the necessary repair crews. JEA may issue a bill to the
contractor for the cost of making the repair if it is determined the contractor is at fault.

Tie-In by Method of Cutting in a Mechanical Joint Tee, Sleeve and Gate Valve
The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present during any connections to existing JEA utilities. If an outage is required the JEA Inspector will
determine the affected area and communicate through the outage notification process.
The Contractor is responsible for verifying the location, depth, type, and outside diameter of existing pipe
as well as the location and accessibility of the nearest upstream and downstream isolation valves. The
assigned JEA Inspector will coordinate a simulated outage to ensure that the valves operate properly and
provide sufficient line isolation.
The assigned JEA Inspector will verify that the Contractor is properly prepared to perform the tie-in by
having all necessary equipment, materials and personnel on the site prior to cutting the existing pipe.
Equipment and materials shall include repair couplings or sleeves in the event the tie-in is unsuccessful.
If the tie-in is not completed within the approved outage time or it appears that the Contractor will be
unable to make the tie-in, the Inspector will notify SOCC of the potential extended outage. The assigned
JEA Inspector has the option, at that time, to require the contractor to place the existing main back into
service and reschedule the tie-in.
While the Contractor is installing the M.J. tee, sleeve and gate valve, the contractor should verify that all
bolts, nuts and restraints are properly tightened and that the M.J. sleeve is properly centered and aligned.
The contractor shall verify that required thrust restraints per JEA standards are in place on the main line to
be cut into.
The Inspector will verify, after the tie-in is completed, that the Contractor has bedded, backfilled and
compacted to the springline, put the existing main back in service, and visually checked all connections for
leaks before completing backfilling and compaction.

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In the event of damage to the existing main during the tie-in, the Construction Inspector will notify SOCC
immediately. SOCC will dispatch a trouble-shooter to evaluate the damage and determine if the Contractor
has sufficient resources to facilitate the repair. In the event JEA assistance is needed, SOCC will call in the
necessary repair crews. JEA may issue a bill to the contractor for the cost of making the repair it is
determined the contractor is at fault.

Outage Process
Sewer Outage Process

The assigned JEA Inspector will coordinate all sewer outages with the appropriate JEA personnel by
completing the Planned Outage/Flushing Notification form (Appendix–A pg.27) and forward through the
outage communication email. At this time, the number of lift stations to be taken out of service, the
anticipated down time and the approximate volume of sewage to be drained and pumped from the existing
force main pipe will be determined.
The Contractor shall estimate the number and/or volume of pump trucks required for the proper disposal of
sewage from the excavation site. The contractor shall provide all necessary standby and/or auxiliary
pumping equipment required to facilitate any pump station which must be taken out of service. This may
include, but not be limited to, pump and haul trucks or portable pumps. The Contractor will be provided a
discharge location and shall be responsible for delivery of all sewage to this location. The pump trucks
must remain on the job site until the force main is put back in service.
The Contractor will line the excavation site with a plastic liner or take other precautions to prevent sewer
spillage onto the ground and to prevent mud, debris or rock from being pumped into the pump trucks. No
sewage may be pumped onto the ground or into the storm drainage system.
Water Outage Notification Process
The assigned JEA Inspector will coordinate any outages and outage simulations using the outage
notification procedure and provide proper notification at least 48 hours in advance of the construction. At
this time, the number of customers to be taken out of service and the anticipated down time will be
determined.
Planned Outage/Flushing Notification form includes (Appendix–A pg.27):

• Location of outage

• Proposed date, time and duration of the outage

• Purpose of the outage

• Number of customers affected

• Contractor contact name and number

After receiving approval of outage notification, all affected parties must be notified.

The Contractor shall notify customers by going door-to-door and issuing written notifications. The
notification shall be provided no less than 48-hours in advance if the outage affects less than 49 customers,
and does not affect any industrial, commercial or institutional customers for which water supply is critical
to their operation. These institutions include, but are not limited to schools, day care facilities, medical
facilities and any process facilities relying on an uninterrupted source of water.

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A five day notice is required for outages affecting more than 49 customers. If more than 350
customers are affected, or the outage exceeds more than 8 hours, or has critical users within the
outage, a boil water advisory (BWA) is required.

The customer correspondence shall be on the contractor’s letterhead and shall include the following
information:

What: Planned Outage

Where:
When:
Time:
Project:
Number of Residents Affected:
Number of Businesses Affected:
Contractor:
Contractor Contact:
Contractor Phone Number:
Special Instructions:
Purpose of Outage: example (This outage is to tie in the new 12” water main to the existing 12” water
main)

JEA will issue a formal news releases if the outage affects more than 100 customers and/or affects one or
more industrial, commercial or institutional customers for which water supply is critical to their operations.
To provide adequate time for a news release, notification of the proposed outage must be made to the
Media Relations Coordinator at least five (5) days prior to the outage.

In certain outage situations involving entire subdivisions, the contractor may be required to provide
message boards at the entrance to the subdivision. This requirement will be identified on a case by case
basis by JEA.

Tie-In to Existing Stub-Out – Section 428 of the JEA Standards Manual

The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present during any connections to existing JEA utilities. The Contractor should verify the location, depth
and type of existing pipe and verify that the valve and end of the existing stub-out are properly restrained.
If not properly restrained, the Contractor is responsible for installing approved restraints. The assigned JEA
Inspector shall assist the Contractor in verifying that the stub-out gate valve is operable and is in the closed
position.
Before the scheduled time of the tie-in appointment, the Contractor should prepare the excavation as
required, and remove the cap by cutting off the end of the pipe or removing the nuts and bolts on the cap.
The contractor shall check the alignment, the centering of the sleeve over the connection and verify that all
bolts, nuts and restraining devices are properly installed, tightened, bedded and backfilled.
The Contractor should use bends, as necessary, to correct depth or alignment of piping. These bends may or
may not be indicated on the approved construction documents.
The Contractor is responsible for stub-out piping after connection and pressure testing against the existing
gate valve. In the event the existing gate valve will not hold pressure, the contractor may install a new gate
valve at the connection point. For water main connections only, the contractor may opt to install a jumper
connection, with a 2-inch reduced pressure backflow assembly to fill the new lines and pressure test his
piping separately from the existing stub out.

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Sewer Force Main Construction – Section 429 of the JEA Standards Manual
Ductile Iron fittings are required to be epoxy lined and handled so not to damage the interior lining. For
example, a nylon strap can be used to lift the fitting in lieu of a chain.
During construction, to avoid adding air release valves, the contractor, where possible, shall avoid changes
in vertical elevation not shown on the approved plans.
All force mains to be constructed using green colored pipe or markings.
All private pump stations shall require the pump-out box as detailed on JEA standards S-46, JEA will field
verify the construction prior to acceptance (transfer of ownership/maintenance).

Air Release Valves (ARV) – Section 430 of the JEA Standards Manual
The Engineer and Contractor must adjust the planned location of ARV’s to the actual high points of the
line. The Contractor, with the Engineer’s approval, should install additional air release valves at changes in
elevation of 2 feet or greater due to actual field conditions or other conditions not identified on the
approved plans. As-builts will indicate the location and elevations of all ARV’s.
Pressure testing of force mains should be performed against the air release assembly isolation valve. After
successful pressure testing, the contractor shall verify that all air release assembly isolation valves have
been opened.
The air release structure must be lined.

Force Main Tie-In to a Manhole – Section 429 of the JEA Standards Manual
The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present at the time of connection to existing utilities.
The force main pipe is to be installed into the manhole so that the crown of the force main matches the
existing effluent pipe. A gate valve, sized accordingly, should be installed in the force main adjacent to the
receiving manhole.
The force main pipe should be installed far enough into the manhole to facilitate the installation of a
temporary restrained mechanical joint cap with a 2-inch threaded tap and standpipe for testing purposes.
The force main should be pressure tested to the manhole connection to assure that no leaks occur.
Upon passing the pressure test, the temporary cap shall be removed and the excess pipe must be cut and
removed.
The force main pipe shall be constructed such that it enters the manhole between 180 and 90 degrees from
the effluent line.
The force main pipe through the manhole wall will require the installation of a rubber boot and stainless
steel band. Grouted on the inside and outside around the boot.
After connection of the force main and completion of all concrete work within the manhole, the receiving
manhole shall be lined in accordance with JEA Standards.

Reclaimed Water Main Construction – Section 701 of the JEA Standards Manual and A-4 of
the JEA Rules and Regulations for Water, Sewer & Reclaimed Water Services
The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present at the time of connection to existing utilities.
DI Fittings – Fittings are required to be cement lined and handled so not to damage the lining. For example,
a nylon strap can be used to lift the fitting in lieu of a chain.

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All Reclaimed Water mains and services to be constructed using pantone purple number 522C colored pipe
or markings.
The contractor is required to install the proper signage, as required by FDEP, and the JEA Rules and
Regulations for Water, Sewer and Reclaimed Water Services identifying the existence of Reclaimed Water
within a project. All signs shall use purple as a prominent color.

Flushing Reclaimed Water mains

Prior to any flushing the JEA Inspector will complete the Planned Outage/Flushing Notification
form (Appendix–A pg.27) and e-mail through the Water Outage Communication.
Any Reclaimed Water main providing metered services must be flushed until free of debris.
All flushing must be coordinated, by the Inspector, with the treatment facility providing the
Reclaimed Water.
Before scheduled appointment for flushing, the contractor shall ensure that all flushing points are
correct and that all new mainline gate valves are open to point of first end to be flushed. Gate
valves, at point of connection from main to be flushed, are closed in succession.
The contractor and engineer shall ensure that all Reclaimed Water discharged is properly
contained and/or stored in accordance with FDEP requirements.
Services should be flushed individually by the Contractor after the Reclaimed Water main starts to
clear.
No Reclaimed Water meter boxes shall be installed in paved areas, concrete sidewalks or driveways. Mark
the curb with an “R”.
In the event the Reclaimed Water system is not available to flush the new system, a temporary connection,
with reduced pressure backflow assembly, may be utilized to fill from a water main. This installation must
be witnessed by the assigned JEA Inspector and must be removed immediately upon successful flushing.
When utilizing an existing water main to flush a Reclaimed Water main, see the section below titled
“Flushing Water Mains” for specific coordination instructions.

Water Main Construction – Section 350 of the JEA Standards Manual

The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be
present at the time of connection to existing utilities.
Ductile iron fittings – Fittings are required to be cement lined and handled so not to damage the lining. For
example, a nylon strap can be used to lift the fitting in lieu of a chain.
All water mains and services to be constructed shall be installed using blue pipe or markings.
Bacteriological sample test points shall be installed in locations as indicated on the approved construction
drawings or as required by FDEP rules and regulations. Any sample test points not indicated on the
approved construction drawings shall be identified by the Engineer. The hose bib shall be two and one half
feet above ground, shall be pointed down and shall be easily accessible.
No water meter boxes shall be installed in paved areas, concrete sidewalks or driveways.
It is important to note that fire hydrant requirements for Duval, Clay, St Johns and Nassau Counties do
vary. As a result, the contractor and/or engineer shall ensure that all fire hydrants are installed in
accordance with the local fire official’s requirements.
Services shall be installed in a straight line, with a single piece of poly, from the main to the meter box.
Services shall not be looped around the meter box.

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Flushing water mains – Section 350 of the JEA Standards Manual

All flushing must be coordinated, by the assigned JEA Inspector through JEA’s outage
notification communication system. The JEA Inspector is required to complete the
Outage/Flushing Notification form (Appendix–A pg.27) and communicate via e-mail. In the
notification, the Inspector will provide the location, size and length of the main to be flushed along
with the desired date, time and estimated amount of water to be used. Once approval has been
received, the flushing may be scheduled.
Prior to the scheduled flushing appointment, the contractor shall verify the following: All valves
are uncovered and operable; Valves are open or closed as required to facilitate the flush; Flushing
points are accessible; and that the silt/erosion control is installed in accordance with approved
plans. The assigned JEA Inspector or JEA representative shall call 665-4553 before starting and
upon completion of flushing.
For mains larger than 12” in diameter a swab shall be used to help facilitate the cleaning of the
main. For mains 16’’ and larger the blow-offs are required to be one size smaller in diameter than
the main being flushed.
Fire hydrants should be flushed after the main starts to clear to avoid plugging with debris.
However, fire hydrant independent gate valves should be open in advance to prevent delays.
Services should be flushed individually by Contractor after main starts to clear. Any plugged
services should be noted and corrected in a timely manner after flushing completion.

HDPE Pipe Installation – Section 750 of the JEA Standards Manual

Prior to installation, the contractor shall have several sections of HDPE fused and staged for drilling.
Fusing of HDPE joints must be performed by a person having been certified by the HDPE manufacturer.
Fusing equipment must be in good operating condition. The assigned JEA Inspector will inspect the fused
joints and ensure that proper HPDE material is being utilized. A data logger shall be used to record and
document all butt weld fusion process.
During the drill, the Contractor will be required to pull two (2) 12 gauge, copper-clad, carbon-steel, locate
wires. Drilling depth shall be appropriate to avoid conflict with existing utilities and to avoid a frac-out of
the drilling mud. The drilling contractor shall have an emergency action plan prepared in the event of a
frac-out. The contractor shall avoid drilling deeper than required as a means of convenience.
When connecting two drills, the Contractor shall excavate as required so that the connection points do not
generate unnecessary high points in the main.
The Contractor shall provide a profile log of the drill on the project as-built.

Section 6.0
Testing Requirements and Procedures

Bacteriological Sample Testing – Section 350 of the JEA Standards Manual

After successfully flushing the water main, the contractor is required to properly chlorinate the entire water
main, services and fire hydrants prior to bacteriological sample testing.
The super-chlorinated water must remain in the lines a minimum of 24 hours and then should be flushed
from the lines. Flushing shall be performed using flushing hydrants, fire hydrants or services, as required,
to reduce the chlorine residual in accordance with JEA Standards.

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Sample points should be installed according to the approved plans. If the sample point locations are not
clearly designated on the design plans, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Engineer of Record to
identify sample point locations. The assigned JEA Inspector is not responsible for identifying sample
point locations.
No samples are to be taken from fire hydrants. Sample points should have clean 3/4-inch hose bibs for
proper sampling.
Two consecutive days of passing samples are required. The assigned JEA Inspector is responsible for
obtaining the first set of samples and transporting them to the JEA lab for testing. The JEA Inspector will
complete the “Drinking Water Microbial Sample” Form (Appendix-A pg. 26). In the event of a failed
sample, the assigned JEA Inspector will notify the Contractor and re-pull samples. If problems persist, the
Contractor may be required to re-chlorinate. Samples will then be obtained by the assigned JEA Inspector.
Any breaks or damages to the line will require sample testing in accordance with FDEP regulations.
Expiration of samples prior to issuance of a Certificate of Clearance will require a new set of passing
samples. In these cases, the Contractor will be required to pull the samples and deliver them to a private
testing facility. The Contractor shall provide copies of all paperwork certifying passing samples.

Pressure/Leakage Testing – Section 350 (Water), Section 427 (Wastewater), Section 701
(Reclaimed) of the JEA Standards Manual
After bacteriological samples are successfully achieved, preliminary pressure testing can begin. Prior to
scheduling with the Construction Inspector, the road base and curb will be finished, services will be
lowered and meter boxes installed. The pressure test procedure should be performed as follows:
Prior to the scheduled test time, the Contractor shall perform a preliminary test ensure that the system has
been pressurized to 150 PSI and is not dropping pressure. The JEA Inspector is not required to be present
for the preliminary test, but shall be required to be onsite prior to the start of the official pressure test. The
test will not start if the pressure is below 150 PSI. The duration of the test will be two (2) hours. If, at any
time during the test, pressure loss is greater than 5 PSI, the test fails regardless of leakage volume. The
appropriate formula for the allowable leakage is provided in the JEA Standards Manual. The JEA Inspector
is required to complete a “Record of Pressure and Leakage Test” form (Appendix-A pg. 22-25) for the type
of pipe and material installed.
The contractor should verify that all inline valves, if installed, are open so the entire line will be pressure
tested. The Contractor will pump from a clean reservoir using chlorinated potable water. At the start of the
pressure test, record the time and gauge pressure. At the end of the test, if a loss occurs, the Contractor will
then pump the line back to the beginning pressure. The assigned JEA Inspector will then measure the
volume of water used to fill the reservoir back to the original mark. If the volume of water required to re-
pressurize the main is less than the allowed amount for leakage, the assigned JEA Inspector then ensures
that the piping was tested from the point of tie-in to the end of the installation. Upon completion of this
process, the main passes the pressure/leakage test.
If the volume of water required to re-pressurize the main is more than the allowed amount for leakage, the
line fails. The Contractor must then locate the source of leakage, make appropriate repairs reschedule the
entire pressure test.

Televised Inspection – Section 428 of the JEA Standards Manual

Prior to video inspection, all manhole inverts must be constructed, road base must be installed and final
density tests must be completed. For gravity sewer mains deeper than ten feet, sub-grade densities may be
substituted for the final density test. Gravity sewer in easements must be backfilled and at final grade.
Mandrel testing for deflection shall be performed concurrently with TV testing. The mandrel shall be
pulled in front of the camera. The Inspector may check the mandrel with a truing ring to ensure the proper
size mandrel is utilized. If repairs are required on a main, a mandrel must be pulled during the post-repair
TV inspection.

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For all TV inspections, including post-repair inspections, water must be added to indicate low areas or dips
in piping. Sufficient water must be added to flow from the downstream end of the pipe. Water flow shall be
video recorded prior to initiation of TV inspection.
During the TV inspection, the camera operator shall stop the camera and pan the lens towards the service to
provide an unobstructed view of the service. On the recorded and written copies of the inspection, the
operator shall call out any leaks, dips, deflections, discoloration, reverse fall, external debris protrusions or
indentions, and any other visual abnormalities.

The contractor shall provide a copy of the TV inspection, accompanied by a written report, within 7 days of
the test. The assigned JEA Inspector will review the written and recorded inspection reports and make a
determination if repairs or replacement of any pipe segments are required.

Paving should not be installed prior to review and approval of the TV inspection results by W/WW Project
Engineering & Construction, however, if the contractor chooses to install paving prior to Inspector’s
review, he or she proceeds with full knowledge of the associated risk that the sewer system may need to be
repaired. JEA will not overlook defects or accept inferior sewer systems which have been paved over prior
to the Inspector’s TV review.

Locate Wire Testing – Section 350 (Water), Section 427 (Wastewater), Section 701 (Reclaimed)
Locate wire testing will take place after completion of pressure testing and after valve jackets have been
installed to grade.
Wire testing shall be performed by a person certified by JEA, using JEA approved testing equipment.
The Contractor shall have a representative present during the wire test. As faults are identified, the wire
tester shall mark the general area of the problem. The Contractor representative shall note the location and
make repairs immediately, where possible. Where not possible to repair immediately, the contractor shall
make repairs within five working days and reschedule the wire test.
Second or multiple water tie-in points – Section 350 in the JEA Standards Manual
After receipt of Certificate of Clearance, the contractor may schedule any additional point of water main
tie-ins which are identified on the approved construction drawings. The assigned JEA Inspector or a JEA
representative identified by the assigned JEA Inspector must be present during any connections to existing
JEA utilities.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test
Fire Hydrant flow testing is required in some counties within JEA’s service territory. Where required, the
Contractor shall provide the personnel to complete the testing. Upon completion of the testing, a report
shall be prepared, by the testing personnel, and submitted to the Construction Inspector and appropriate
County Officials. Fire hydrants will then be painted according to the County standards.
Pump Station Start-up Test – Section 433 in the JEA Standards Manual
All pump stations, to be dedicated to JEA, must be tested to ensure that the pumps operate as designed.
This will be conducted during the pump station start-up test. The JEA Construction Inspector shall contact
the O&M area coordinator to have the lift station programmed prior to the start-up test. It may take up to a
week to get the station programmed.
The assigned JEA Inspector in coordination with the Hydraulic Reviewer shall schedule the start-up and
shall invite the appropriate JEA Operations & Maintenance personnel. The Contractor shall invite the
Engineer of Record to the start-up. A representative of the Engineer of Record shall be present and shall be
authorized to make certification decisions concerning the operation of the pump station.
Prior to the scheduled date and time of the start-up test, a preliminary start up will be conducted. The
following people shall be present at the preliminary start up:

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• The assigned JEA Inspector

• Contractor
• Contractor’s Electrician
• Pump Representative

At the preliminary start-up test, the Contractor shall demonstrate the following:
• Pumps are wired properly and are rotating in the proper direction.
• All downstream force main valves are fully opened.
• All force main air release valves are operating properly and all air has been removed from the
main.
• Test ports have been installed in the discharge piping.
• RTU is installed, properly wired and is of the proper type as identified on the approved plans.
• Electric meter is installed.

After completion of the preliminary start-up test a final pump station start-up inspection test will be
conducted. Prior to the scheduled date and time of the test, the contractor shall ensure the following:
• Influent gravity sewer line entering the wetwell is plugged.
• The wetwell has been filled to approximately three-fourths of the wetwell volume.
• If applicable, generator fuel tanks are full of fuel.
During the test, the Hydraulic Reviewer will install a pressure gauge on the test port and shall be
responsible for recording start/stop time and flow test results. The Contractor shall operate the pumps,
individually, as directed by JEA. If a generator has been installed at the pump station, the appropriate JEA
Operations & Maintenance personnel will direct the contractor in the load testing of the generator.
During the pump start-up, the following will be performed and/or verified:
• Influent gravity sewer line entering the wetwell is plugged.
• The wetwell has been filled to approximately three-fourths of the wetwell volume and the
beginning water level has been recorded.
• Run each pump individually, to determine the flow rate of the pump.
• Verify landscaping is healthy and check the operation of the sprinkler system, water meter
installation and backflow prevention device installation.
• Ensure fence is grounded and properly installed.
• Ensure control panels are properly installed, seal-offs are installed.
• Wetwell and junction manhole are lined with approved lining material.
• Wash down is working properly with sufficient hose to reach the bottom of the wetwell.
• Water pressure test station is properly installed.
• Pump controls are in the off position.

Upon completion of the test, the Engineer of Record shall coordinate with the Hydraulic Reviewer and the
Pump Representative to determine if the pumps are operating as designed.

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It is important to note that the completion of the pump station start-up does not constitute pump station
completion or imply that the pump station is operational and ready for service.

No wastewater flow shall enter the wetwell until an FDEP Certificate of Clearance (COC) has been
issued, a JEA letter of acceptance has been issued for the pump station and offsite force main and the
SCADA system has been installed, programmed and made operational by JEA O&M Personnel.
After the SCADA system has been made operational by JEA, the pump station construction is
considered complete and the contractor may remove the plug and place the station into operation.

In certain cases, a pump out agreement may be issued allowing the wastewater system to be placed into
service prior to completion of the pump station. This will only be allowed at a manhole identified as the
point of pump-out, accessible by a pumper truck. Neither the pump station, nor the discharge force main
may be used to pump the sewer flow during the pump out agreement period. The pump out agreement shall
remain in effect until the pump station construction is complete as defined above.

As-Built and Record Drawings – Section 501 in the JEA Standards Manual
Prior to issuance of a Certificate of Clearance, the Contractor shall submit an as-built drawing to JEA’s
Development team for approval in accordance with the JEA Standards for review. The JEA Inspector will
provide assistance in the As-built review process. The drawing shall accurately depict the installed system
and shall show any deviations from the approved drawings.

An as-built approval letter will be issued to the company and contact provided on the transmittal letter.

Construction Completion – Final Inspection

After construction completion and submittal of required acceptance documents a JEA Final Inspection of
the project may be scheduled with the assigned JEA Inspector for the project close out.

The Contractor and the JEA Inspector will schedule the Final Inspection and the Contractor shall invite the
Project Manager, the Developer or Authorized Agent, and project Engineer.

Prior to the scheduled time, the Contractor shall have the proper equipment and manpower onsite and shall
complete the following:

• Clean asphalt from all manhole lids.

• Open all manhole lids and secure area around manhole. Any manholes which cannot be secured
shall be left closed until inspection.
• Open all water meter boxes.
• Remove tops from valve boxes.

During the Final Inspection the assigned JEA Inspector will complete a “Final Inspection” form
(Appendix-A pg. 21) and a punch list. The JEA Inspector will verify that all punch list items are resolved
prior to completion of the Final Inspection. The JEA Inspector will perform the following:

Valves
• Verify that all valves have been installed with valve jackets adjusted to grade, tops and inside of
the jacket are painted the appropriate color, the brass tags are installed, the concrete donut is
installed and grouted in place and the valves are operable and in the open position.
• Verify that any dead-end stub-out valves are open 3 turns.
• Check curb, or adjacent asphalt, for a “V” etched per JEA standards, and painted the appropriate
color.

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Gravity Mains
• Perform a lamp and mirror inspection of the gravity mains. To facilitate inspection of the
gravity main, the Contractor shall provide a clean mirror and a light capable of illuminating a
gravity sewer run. The lamping may be performed prior to the Final Inspection for subdivisions
greater than 10 lots.
• Verify that the manhole is dry, clean, and free of debris and is not leaking and has not been
patched from the inside.
• Verify that all concrete work inside manhole is complete, manhole is painted or lined per the
approved plans and JEA standards, the manhole ring and cover is adjusted to final grade and all
plastic joint sealant has been trimmed flush with the manhole wall.

Services
• Verify sewer service ends are located with a 3’ x 3’, pressure treated marker, painted
appropriately. Verify curb, or adjacent asphalt, has been etched with an “S” per JEA Standards,
and painted the appropriate color.
• Verify that each water and/or reclaim services are all operable by physically opening each curb
stop. Verify curb, or adjacent asphalt, has been etched with a “W” or “R” per JEA Standards,
and painted the appropriate color.
• Verify that the water and/or reclaim curb stops are properly located within the meter box, with
no poly tubing showing within the box. Verify that the curb stops are installed horizontally, with
the operating nut facing up. All reclaim curb stops shall be identified with an “R/W” on the
operating nut.
• Verify that the water and/or reclaim meter boxes are installed in the correct location and are not
located within sidewalk or driveways. After operating each service, the meter box lid shall be
closed by the Contractor.

Fire Hydrants
• Verify that all exposed portions of the fire hydrant assembly are completely painted, all ports
are greased, port caps and chains are installed and a blue reflector has been installed in the travel
lane of the adjacent roadway.
• Where applicable, verify that the fire hydrant bonnets and port caps have been painted the
appropriate color to match the flow test results.
• Verify that the hydrants are plumb, the centerline of the ports are a minimum of 18 inches above
finished grade, the operating nut is no greater than 48 inches above finished grade, and is placed
a minimum 3feet behind curb to furthest part of hydrant.
• The hydrant shall be operated and then closed. The hydrant independent valve shall be left in the
open position.
• After verification of hydrant operation, any hydrant bags may be removed to indicate to the fire
department that the hydrant is now operational.

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Appendix - A

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Inspector’s
Signature

Have all
attendee’s
sign

To convert gallons
to ounces multiply
.61x128=78

Enter
Availability
Number

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Inspector’s
Signature

Have All
Attendee’s
sign

To convert
gallons to ounces
multiply
.50x128=64

Enter
Availabilit
y Number

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Check and
enter the
temperature
of samples at
the lab

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 Process Process
Description: 30603 Water, Sewer, & Reclaimed Water Development Inspection Customer:
Developer's Contractor & GIS/Records

Customer Results
Requirements:
Timely Inspection & Testing of W/S & Reclaimed Water Systems Indicators:

Customer
Inspector Engineering/Design Development/Plan Review Links to other Processes
(Developer's Contractor)

Need
complete Issues
ES:
WS&R system Approved
Issue Permit
ready for Plans
service

Requests Schedule
pre-con pre-con
Receive notice
of pre-con, plans
and Inspection
Folder

Attend pre-con
(Preliminary start date provided by Customer)
(Approve plans, permits, locates, & review site for constructability)

Begin Developer’s Engineer resolves issue with input from the

Resumes work
construction JEA’s Inspector, O&M, and Development

Inspect for JEA

standards &
Standards
approved
materials

Design or
Construction
problems?
O&M
Complete No
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construction Yes
Yes

Inspector
No
resolves?
Request tests

Perform tests (Sewer) Perform tests (Lift Station) Perform tests (Reclaimed Water)
Perform tests (Water)
1) TV Greater than 10' Receive Approved Shop Drawings 1) Flushing
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1) Flushing
2) Pressure Test for Wet Well, Pumps, Panels, and 2) Pressure Test
Corrects problems 2) BT’s Samples
3) Locate Wire Testing Top Slab 3) Locate Wire Testing
3) Pressure Test
4) TV Less than 10' after 1) Preliminary Start-up
4) Locate Wire Testing
curb and subbase 2) Final Start-up

Tests
No
passed?

Yes

Complete tests
Receive tests forms forms and give copy
to contractor

Prepare & Review as-built

submit as-built (Reviewed by Engineer, Development and Inspector)

GIS/Records:
Are as-builts Sign & deliver to
Revise as-built No Yes As-built
correct? GIS/Records
approval

Prepare & submit

Acceptance
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Package
Reviews Acceptance
Package and
Final Inspection
Request Final
Inspection

Complete Create punch

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Appendix – B
Grid and Joint Projects

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Construction Support Services

Daily Construction Activities Report
Beach Blvd. (SR212)
Project Name: Improvements Project/Avail. Number: 8001913
Weather Conditions: Cloudy Temperature: Cool
Reporting Inspector: Billy Tindell Date: 9/24/2014
Contractor: MASCI Days Left on Cont:
Activities / Description / Notes
Contractor installed 60’of 8” DIP and two 1” water services with two 8”X1” tapping saddle starting at station
17+10 and ending at station 17+70. Backfilled in lifts compacted and took densities. Bechtol along with CDM
Smith took and recorded density test. Installed asphalt.

Delays/Deficiencies
The contractor did not need to install b-crossing under duct bank at station #17+56 but at station
#17+95 they will need to install b-crossing under storm pipe.

Daily Equipment and Manpower Report

Active
Contractor Equipment Description Hours Quantity
Hours
MASCI Corp. Trackhoe Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Loader Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Crew Truck Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Dump Truck Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Compactor Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Roller Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Mini Hoe 1 11
Trade
Contractor Trade Hours Quantity
Total
MASCI Corp. Forman Hours 1 11
MASCI Corp. Equipment Operator Hours 2 22
MASCI Corp. Laborer Hours 3 33
Trade Hours Quantity
Trade Hours Quantity
Trade Hours Quantity
Daily Production Quantities Report
Pay Item Unit Description: Daily Unit Quantity Sta. / Loc. % Comp.
8” DIP 60’ 17+10 to 17+70
1” Poly 48’ 17+23-17+36
8”X1” Tapping Saddle 2 17+23-17+36
1” Corp Stop 2 17+23-17+36
1” Curb Stop 2 17+23-17+36

Inspector Signature / Date Contractor Signature / Date:

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